I can't believe I haven't blogged since 4th November!! Apologies to my bloggy pals for not posting, but I have been trying to keep up to date via my iphone, albeit sporadically.

There's alot of new names on here, so I will resolve to keep up to date with postings from now, I promise, no honest.......anyway the soap opera that is our West Country antipodean is always a giggle (bless her!).

Well the mojo is definitely back, good job with only 15-16 weeks left eh. Decided before New Year not to run over 10 miles on an lsr, in an effort to strengthen the legs. Seemed to work with a maximum 9.75 a couple of weeks before Xmas. Over indulged on the festivities and suffered as a result. Was thinking of going to find some sun, but the thought of Green peace following my every move was a little off putting.

Joined the Black Pear Joggers for a Monday and Thursday group running, which is fab, as they have a marathon guru called Stuart who takes an lsr on a Sunday, then an efforts session on a Monday, so it should help me reach my goal of a sub 5. Satan (sorry Santa) kindly delivered a Garmin 405 (great gadget) which apparently comes with instructions, but as I'm a proper bloke I won't read them!

The only think I have noticed is how slow I've got. Whilst I see you others have speeded up, I seemed to be trudging. I know this will get better and my recovery from runs is great, so I'm hoping Stuart will speed me up somewhat.

Went out on Sunday early (7.30) before the traffic, so I could run on the roads and was it ever cold. Hips were aching from the cold towards the end and did 11.35 miles in 2:07, so painfully slow, but no ill effects all afternoon or Monday. Running club on Monday went around the football pitches and golf course of Perdiswell in the snow. Tough workout but worthwhile.

Was due to do a 6 today, but the white stuff has returned (snow not charlie!!!) so postponed. Hopefully running club will be on tomorrow.

Anyway enough of my ramblings, speak soon.

Gazz. x

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